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Established in 1898, the Conklin Pen Company® founder Roy Conklin, an innovator from Toledo, Ohio USA, is today
regarded as one of the most significant and innovative American writing instruments manufacturers from the golden era of
fountain pens.
Roy Conklin registered the patent for the first working automatic fi lling mechanism in 1897 and is recognized as creating
one of the world’s first practical self-filling fountain pen. The Crescent Filler™ soon proved to be a success world-wide.
Thanks to Roy Conklin, owner and inventor, the fountain pen was ultimately made more practical
and convenient for the public with his patented invention of the Crescent Filler™. The Crescent Filler™
has a piece of metal shaped like a crescent moon, that extends from the side of the pen, and was the key to a simple and easy one-handed way to self-fill the pen with ink. The simple depression of the crescent engages the internal pressure bar to collapse the built-in rubber sac. Releasing the crescent allows
incoming ink to fill the sac.
In 1903, Mark Twain, the legendary American author, expressed the virtues of this unique
self-filling fountain pen.
After becoming the official spokesman for The Conklin Pen Company®, Mark Twain
discovered yet another benefit to Conklin’s Crescent Filler™ stating, “Also, I prefer it because
it is a profanity saver’ it cannot roll off the desk”.
More than 115 years later, today’s Conklin Pen Company® is striving to continue in the
same spirit of bold innovation, while still providing the highest quality available in fine
writing instruments throughout the world.
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In 1903 the renowned American author and humorist, Mark Twain
became the official spokesman for the Conklin Pen Company®.
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Crescent Filler™ Collection
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Duragraph™ Collection
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All American™ Collection
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Heritage Collection
is an exact replica of the original Conklin Crescent Filler™ dating back to the early
1900s.
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brings a fresh, modern style to this timeless oversize flat top design, originally
created in 1923.
is a vibrant, contemporary style to a timeless oversize streamlined design
which was popular during the 1930s.
is a tribute to both founder Roy Conklin as well as the pioneering spirit of
the golden age of fountain pen manufacturing.
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Dimensions Guide
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appealing to any enthusiast who appreciates the fine designs of popular
vintage-style writing instruments from the golden era.
specifications for Conklin pens.
Vintage Advertisements and Patents
a selection of advertisements and patents dating from 1898 to 1944.
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for its time and featuring a reliable method for a filling mechanism,
the Conklin Crescent Filler™ attracted attention from many
prominent figures of the day, and in 1903 the renowned American author and humorist, Mark
Twain, became the official spokesman for the Conklin Pen Company®.
Celebrating
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Conklin’s innovative design and Mark Twain’s passion for
the Crescent filling fountain pen, we are pleased to launch
the Mark Twain Crescent Filler™ as a limited edition demonstrator in crystal clear acrylic to
show the inner workings and mechanism of this unique filling system. 5
Mark Twain
Demonstrator Crescent Filler™ is limited
to 1898 numbered pieces world-wide,
the year that Conklin was founded. Mark
Twain’s signature is engraved on the cap
band along with the individual limited
edition number for each fountain pen.
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#CK71259
Blue Demo f/pen
#CK71249
Red Demo f/pen
To make this limited edition demonstrator, new processes were devised,
and technical hurdles were overcome. Our engineers had to develop several
new methods to create this model so that the material is completely transparent,
allowing for the writer to view the filling mechanism in action during the filling
of ink.
The crystal clear acrylic enables you to see at a glance how much ink you
have left in your fountain pen so that you are never caught short in writing
notes at that important meeting, or run out of ink when writing a letter to your
loved one.
Using today’s new technologies and materials, we are able to recreate the
original Crescent pen design to appeal to pen connoisseurs who appreciate the
history and creative times of the most innovative American pen company from
the golden-era of fountain pens.
MARK TWAIN expresses the simplicity and
superiority of ‘THE CONKLIN’in these words:
New York, Oct. 1, 1903 “Dear Sirs:- I prefer
it to ten other fountain pens, because it carries
its filler in its own stomach, and I cannot
mislay even by art or intention. Also, I prefer
it because it is a profanity saver; it cannot roll
off the desk. Very truly yours”.
#CK71230
Clear Demo f/pen
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The Crescent Filler™ collection is an exact replica of the original
Conklin Crescent Filler™ dating back to the early 1900s.
Offered in a choice of seven hand made European grade resin
finishes, from the simple conservative to the bright and cheerful,
or downright flamboyant hand made resins, each Crescent Filler™
fountain pen is a high quality writing instrument.
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#CK71135
Black chase f/pen
#CK71152
Coral chase f/pen
#CK71156
Red chase f/pen
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In 1923, the Duragraph™ model was
launched, and shortly afterwards was
considered to be ‘the definitive’ pen. The
model was named by combining the words,
durable and graph - Duragraph™. Created to
last as an heirloom to serve many generations,
the Duragraph™ is offered with a lifetime
guarantee.
The new Duragraph™ collection brings a
fresh, modern style to this timeless oversize
flat top design. Crafted from quality hand
made resins, the Duragraph™ is substantial
in size, yet not so large to be unwieldy in the
hand.
Offered in a choice of three classic finishes,
Amber, Cracked Ice and Forest Green, the
Duragraph™ pays tribute to the classic designs
of yesteryear. The cap top is embellished with
the Conklin Est. 1898 logo and the cap band is
engraved with the famous Duragraph™ model
script font with three Conklin Crescent logos
on either side of the model name.
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The new Duragraph™
collection brings a
fresh, modern style to
this timeless oversize
flat top design. Crafted
from quality hand made
resins, the Duragraph™
is substantial in size,
yet not so large to be
unwieldy in the hand.
#CK71320
#CK71335
Forest Green b/pen Forest Green f/pen
#CK71315
Cracked Ice b/pen
#CK71310
Cracked Ice f/pen
#CK71345
Amber b/pen
#CK71340
Amber f/pen
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During the 1930s, at the dawn of the depression, Conklin launched a
collection that was priced more affordably to the general public. The ‘All
American™’ collection was offered in a variety of sizes, filling mechanisms
and finishes with the aim of satisfying a growing market demand for good
quality, but affordably priced writing instruments.
Drawing inspiration from Conklin’s original models and the rich
heritage of the brand, our new All American™ collection brings a vibrant,
contemporary style to a timeless oversize streamlined design.
Crafted from hand made European high grade resins, the
All American™ is impressively large in size, yet not so big as to be
uncomfortable in the hand. The cap and barrel are carefully tapered to
provide a perfect balance.
The All American™ Collection meets the requirements for those who
want a large pen, one that stands out in a crowd, but which still stays true
to the classic style and feel of the original Conklin designs.
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#CK71435
Old glory b/pen
Special Edition
#CK71430
Old Glory f/pen
Special Edition
#CK71425
Tortoiseshell b/pen
#CK71420
Tortoiseshell f/pen
#CK 71405
Yellowstone b/pen
#CK71400
Yellowstone f/pen
#CK71415
Sunburst Orange b/pen
#CK71410
Sunburst Orange f/pen
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Today’s Conklin Heritage Collection blends the original vision of
the most striking of vintage models paired with today’s cutting-edge
technology in materials and manufacturing. We have chosen classic,
innovative designs and filling mechanisms from the golden age of
fountain pens.
Our Heritage Collection models are a tribute to both Roy Conklin
as well as the pioneering spirit of the golden age of fountain pen
manufacturing.
The very core of Yafa’s vision is to celebrate the spirit of Conklin
as well as to ensure continual ability to pay tribute to the history
of the fountain pen through sophistication and elegance, carried
through to modern designs.
The Heritage Collection is a celebration of many early fountain pen
designs and filling mechanisms.
CK80092 Sleeve Filler Grey Swirl f/pen
CK80093 Sleeve Filler Black f/pen
CK80094 Word Gauge Blue Swirl f/pen
CK80095 Word Gauge Black f/pen
CK80096 Conklinetta Senior Mocha Swirl f/pen
CK80097 Conklinetta Senior Black f/pen
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CONKLIN
Experience ...
The Conklin Pen Company® was established in 1898 and is regarded as one of the most s ignificant and
innovative manufacturers from the golden era of fountain pens.
Today, the Conklin Pen Co., continues this tradition of innovation and excellence by offering unique
limited edition and regular edition writing instruments of the highest quality.
Based on the original designs of early models, all Conklin Pens are manufactured by artisans
dedicated to producing writing instruments worthy of their legendary name.
Even in today’s impersonal world, we choose to offer a life-time guarantee to our
customers throughout the life of the original owner, satisfaction guaranteed.
Every Conklin fountain pen is available in a choice of t hree smooth writing nib grade
widths allowing for the ideal choice for your individual handwriting style.
Each nib bears the Conklin brand name, the historic “Toledo, Ohio, USA” mark
with t he special crescent shaped breathing hole and is individually tested by our quality
control team for a premium writing quality performance.
Conklin pens will appeal to any enthusiast who appreciates the fine designs of
popular vintage-style writing instruments from the golden era, or a connoisseur
of fine writing instruments who wishes to stand out from the crowd, but at the
same time, wishes to r etain a touch of the elegance of vintage designs.
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Crescent Filler™ Collection
Fountain Pen Closed: 141 mm – Posted 165 mm - Weight: 22 gms
Filling Mechanism: Crescent Fill
Nib Grades: Fine, Medium, Stub
Writing mode: Fountain Pen
Duragraph™ Collection
Fountain Pen: Closed 130 mm - Posted 175 mm - Weight 25 gms
Ballpoint Pen: Closed 130 mm - Weight 29 gms
Filling Mechanism: Converter Cartridge
Nib Grades: Fine, Medium, Stub
Writing modes: Fountain Pen, Ballpoint Pen
Conklin Cushion Point nibs are available
in a choice of Fine, Medium or Stub.
All American™ Collection
Fountain Pen: Closed 144 mm – Posted 169 mm - Weight 28 gms
Rollerball: Closed 144 mm – Posted 169 mm - Weight 36 gms
Filling Mechanism: Converter Cartridge
Nib Grades: Fine, Medium, Stub
Writing modes: Fountain Pen, Rollerball
Fine Point
CKSSNIB FINE
Medium Point
CKSSNIB MED
Heritage Collection - Sleeve Filler
Fountain Pen Closed: 136 mm – Posted 165 mm - Weight: 27 gms
Filling Mechanism: Aerometric
Nib Grades: Fine, Medium, Stub
Writing mode: Fountain Pen
Stub 1.1 MM Point
CKSSNIB STUB
Heritage Collection - Wordgauge
Fountain Pen Closed: 137 mm – Posted 165 mm - Weight: 27 gms
Filling Mechanism: Piston Fill
Nib Grades: Fine, Medium, Stub
Writing mode: Fountain Pen
Heritage Collection - Conklinetta Senior
Fountain Pen Closed: 141 mm – Posted 165 mm - Weight: 27 gms
Filling Mechanism: Side-Button
Nib Grades: Fine, Medium, Stub
Writing mode: Fountain Pen
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Conklin Self-Filling
Advertisement 1898-1908
Conklin Glider
Advertisement 1944
Conklin Glider
Advertisement 1944
Conklin Self-filling pen
Advertisement 1898 - 1908
Conklin Duragraph™
Advertisement 1924
Conklin Self-Filling
Advertisement 1898-1908
Conklin Nozac Wordgauge
Advertisement 1931-1938
Conklin Glider
Advertisement 1944
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